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Pixar releases Toy Story 5; partners with Nintendo for Super Mario films

1 report, 1 independent Updated Jun 15
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What happened

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Pixar is releasing Toy Story 5, which is debuting in theaters. The film features Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, Tom Hanks, and Tim Allen. Additionally, Pixar and Nintendo have begun a partnership to develop and produce Super Mario movies. The Walt Disney Company acquired Pixar, which has since used the studio to revive franchises like Toy Story and The Incredibles, in addition to launching new content like Inside Out.

From screenrant.com

Why it matters

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The return of major animated franchises, such as Toy Story, is a consistent strategy for studios to find massive hits and appeal to families. The success of these IP executions, delivered through platforms like Disney+, drives significant revenue for the involved companies. Pixar and DreamWorks are currently competing for leadership within the animation industry.

From screenrant.com

Who's involved

  • PixarAmerican computer animation studio producing Toy Story 5 and Super Mario movies
  • NintendoJapanese multinational video game company partnering with Pixar on Super Mario movies
  • The Walt Disney CompanyAmerican multinational mass media company that owns Pixar
  • Tom HanksAmerican actor returning as Woody in Toy Story 5
  • Tim AllenAmerican actor voicing Buzz Lightyear in the Pixar franchise
  • Disney+American video streaming service delivering Pixar content

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • The Walt Disney CompanySpeculative

    The Walt Disney Company could see a direct boost to its revenue from the successful return of the Toy Story franchise.

  • PixarSpeculative

    Pixar might see increased core franchise revenue and audience interest from the Toy Story 5 revival.

  • NintendoSpeculative

    Nintendo could receive a direct revenue boost from the Super Mario movie partnership with Pixar.

  • Disney+Speculative

    Disney+ could experience increased demand and revenue from the successful debut of the Pixar/Toy Story 5 franchise.

How it developed

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  1. Pixar and DreamWorks are vying for leadership in the animation industry.Sub-event
  2. Pixar is producing Toy Story 5, with Andrew Stanton directing and Tom Hanks returning as Woody, alongside Joan Cusack and Tim Allen.Sub-event
  3. Disney leverages acquisitions of Pixar and partnerships with Nintendo to drive future projects.1 source

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